Belvidere Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Belvidere and surrounding areas
Belvidere welcomes winter with Holiday lights along State Street and around the summerfield zoo area, offering family-focused seasonal fun. Events like Christmas Town at Summerfield Zoo and Belvidere Hometown Christmas bring things to do, Santa visits, and festive events to the historic downtown and park spaces. Enjoy holiday attractions, seasonal performances, and community markets that create a warm and joyful Belvidere holiday experience.
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Christmas Markets
26 eventsRockford's official holiday season kick-off event.
Christmas Lights
16 eventsOver 85 dazzling holiday light displays
Christmas Parties
11 eventsSweet treats with Santa after the parade
Christmas Shows
7 eventsElectrifying Trans-Siberian Orchestra tribute with dazzling lights.
Christmas Activities
40 eventsCommunity lighting ceremony and electric Christmas parade.
Editor's Picks (6)
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Stroll on State
(Rockford)
Rockford's official holiday season kick-off event.
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Rockford Festival of Lights
(Rockford)
Over 85 dazzling holiday light displays
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A Very Merry Huntley
(Huntley)
Full day of holiday festivities with parade and fireworks.
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Santa's Village Magical Christmas Drive-Thru Experience
(East Dundee)
Over 3 million synchronized holiday lights in a drive-thru.
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Holiday Homecoming Lighting of the Lights Ceremony
(St. Charles)
Community lighting ceremony and electric Christmas parade.
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St. Charles Holiday Homecoming Weekend
(St. Charles)
Kick off the holiday season with a weekend of festive events.
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Latest News & Updates
Stay informed about holiday events and activities in Belvidere
- Belvidere Car Dealer Hosts Christmas Toy Drive Published: Fri, Nov 21, 2025
- Belvidere's Hometown Christmas 2025 Announced Published: Thu, Nov 20, 2025
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Belvidere Christmas FAQ
The biggest annual events include Hometown Christmas on the first Friday of December and Christmas at the Farm, both featuring lights, markets, and family activities.
Belvidere’s unique traditions include the downtown window painting during Hometown Christmas and the festive window displays created by local volunteers.
Downtown Belvidere and several residential neighborhoods are known for their festive light displays, especially during the Hometown Christmas celebration.
Christmas markets and local makers can be found at events like Christmas at the Farm and during Hometown Christmas in downtown Belvidere.
Free activities include viewing downtown window paintings, walking through neighborhood light displays, and attending the Winter Holiday Walk at Spencer Conservation Area.
Families with kids enjoy Christmas at the Farm, Hometown Christmas, and visits to Santa at local events, all offering crafts, photos, and festive fun.